Dental Assistant - High Point, United States - Guilford County, NC

Description

Salary: $ $21.64 Hourly

Location : High Point, NC

Job Type: Hourly - No Benefits

Job Number: 01854

Department: Public Health

Opening Date: 05/03/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

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Description

THIS IS A HOURLY/ GRANT FUNDED POSITION

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
Assist dentists in the routine care of dental patients.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
Employees in this class render skilled technical assistant to dentists or dental students in the care of dental patients. All duties related to providing chair side patient care are performed under direct supervision of a dentist or dental student. Other duties require extensive knowledge of the operation of dental equipment, sterilization, infection control and general office procedures. This is a grant funded position that will be assigned to the school-based oral health expansion initiative.

Examples of Duties

Job Duties
Individuals in this position assist dentists in providing care and services to patients. Duties include the following: maintaining inventories, cleaning and sterilizing dental instruments and equipment, and operating oral evacuation equipment, retractors, water/air sprays. Non-patient care duties are performed according to established protocol and office procedures. Individual will serve as a liaison between the dental program and other entities. Contacts are with dental patients, employees in other departments, and outside public and private organizations exchanging information and explaining procedures.

Typical Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from an approved dental assistant course and one year experience as a dental assistant, OR graduation from high school and two years of one-the-job training as a dental assistant. X-ray certification mandatory as approved by the NC State Board of Dental Examiners.

Trainee Requirements
Recent graduation from an approved dental assistant course, OR graduation from high school and one year of on-the-job training as a dental assistant; must be approved of X-ray certification by the NC State Board of Dental Examiners within 6 months of hire date as a trainee. Must present or obtain within 6 months of hire a certificate of coronal polishing, certificate to place sealants, 3 hours of CE in Infection Control and 3 hours of CE in Emergencies in the dental office.

Special Requirements
Documentation of immunity to: measles, mumps, rubella, and chickenpox, per CDC recommendations. A Screening/proof of Hepatitis B immunity, as recommended by the CDC.

All Public Health staff are required to have annual Flu immunization (shots) each Flu season.

Preferred Qualifications
Graduation from an approve dental assistant course and one year experience as a dental assistant. Dental Radiographic certification.

Driving is Essential
Driving is an essential requirement of this position whether driving a County owned or personal vehicle to conduct county business. Motor Vehicle Reports may be verified for valid driver's license and that the driving record is compatible with the county's driving criteria.
If a personal vehicle is operated for county business proper insurance is maintained as per Guilford County's vehicle use policy.

Supplemental Information

Physical Demands and Work Conditions
Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of stooping, crouching, reaching, standing, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, and hearing and repetitive motions.

Must be able to perform light work exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Must possess the visual acuity to do extensive reading and to use measurement devices.

Special Note
This generic class description gives an overview of the job class, its essential job functions and recommended job requirements. However, for each individual position assigned to this class, there is available a completed job description with physical abilities checklist which can be reviewed before initiating a selection process. They can provide additional detailed information on which to base various personnel actions and can assist management in making legal defensible personnel decisions.

Guilford County is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to employees and applicants for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation or political affiliation. The County is committed to complying with all applicable federal, state and local laws that pertain to employment, and to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination of any kind. If you need an auxiliary aide, make the request forty-eight (48) hours in advance of the time the accommodation is needed by calling

We are excited about the opportunity of having you as a prospective new employee

You probably already know our county is a wonderful county to live in, but did you know it is also a wonderful place to work?

Below are a few of the reasons why we love working for Guilford County.

We offer Health Insurance (UnitedHealthCare) to all benefitted employees working a minimum of 20 hours per week. The shared cost of the premium is based on scheduled/budgeted hours. If you are a full-time employee working 40 hours a week you can expect to pay less than $35 a month for medical coverage, dental coverage for $4 a month and vision coverage for $5 a month. That's less than $45 a month for medical, dental & vision coverage; that's unheard of.

Telehealth UHC Virtual Visits are available to you with no copay or out of pocket expense.

We are excited to inform you Guilford County has an Employee Wellness Center (24/7 access) with strength training equipment, cardio machines and a group exercise room with virtual or in person coaching from our Wellness Specialist

Employee Assistance Program, 100% funded by the county. A superb benefit for you and your family absolutely free. Confidential help with personal or work-related issues.

13 paid holidays, 12 sick days, and 12 vacation days a year. That's 37 paid days a year, totaling almost 2 months of paid time off.

Employer contributes 5% into your 401(k) - no match required.

Enrollment in the State Retirement Plan by contributing 6%.

Longevity pay beginning at five years of service.

We provide a $10,000 Life and AD&D benefit to eligible employees.

Flexible spending accounts (FSA) allow you to set aside tax-free dollars for health care and dependent care.

Voluntary Life, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.

01

Which best describes your level of education?

• No high school
• High school
• Some college
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree

02

Have you graduated from a Dental Assistant program approved by the N.C. Board of Dental Examiners (must attach copy to application)?

• Yes
• No

03

How many years of experience do you have as a Dental Assistant?

• Less than one year
• One year to two years
• Two years or more

04

Do you have any experience working in a pediatric dentist office (must be shown on application to be considered)?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have experience in providing orthodontic services (must be shown on application to be considered)?

• Yes
• No

06

Have you completed a course in Dental Radiography (must be included on application)?

• Yes
• No

07

Is your CPR certification active (Must be shown on application to be considered)?

• Yes
• No

08

Have you completed a course in Dental Infection Control? Must be shown under Supplemental Information on application to be considered.

• Yes
• No

09

Do you have any experience working with adult patients? Must be shown on application to be considered.

• Yes
• No

10

Are you currently licensed as a foster parent through Guilford County DHHS or any other private or public agency?

• Yes
• No

11

Are you currently fostering any children in your home?

• Yes
• No

Required Question